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Items for training your dog and dog training tips, advice and how-tos on teaching your canine obedience commands.

Becoming a Show Dog: A Beginner’s Guide to Get Started 

Do you think your Fido has the potential to be a show dog that can rack up records?  Then competing in a dog show is...

How To Teach A Dog To Catch Treats

This is an easy trick to teach, and your dog will love it as much as you do. When teaching your dog to catch things, it's best to start by learning how to teach a dog to catch treats. Toys could hit your dog in the face, which may cause injury and make him scared of catching things in the future.

Reward-Based Training in Dogs: Benefits and Dos & Don’ts

Reward-based training adds something pleasant immediately after a behavior appears to reward the behavior and reinforce its learning. This type of training is a...

How to Get Pet Stains Out of the Carpet and Furniture

Uh-oh, you've come home to see a stain left on the carpet. Unfortunately this is a common problem for pet parents. If you have a...

10 Ways to Stop a Dog Pooping in a Crate

Are you finding it difficult to stop your dog from pooping in his crate? I get it. I had the same problem, too, when I...

How To Stop A Dog From Jumping

Jumping is a common dog behavior problem that can be solved with a little training. Learning how to stop a dog from jumping will take time and patience, but it can be done.

10 Military Dog Breeds And Their Different Roles

You don't see them; they are on dangerous missions with their masters. They help catch the bad guy, or maybe they are helping a...

Dog Crying in Crate? Here’s What To Do

If you're interested in this article, you're probably working on crate training a dog for the very first time. You may be feeling guilty or overwhelmed. Don't worry. That's normal. Crate training a dog can be a difficult task, especially when you have to deal with a dog crying in crate.

How To Stop A Dog From Peeing On Carpet

Puppies and senior pets are known for having the occasional accident, but it can happen to any dog. That's why it's important for all owners to know how to stop a dog from peeing on carpet.

4 Best Ways to Stop Dog Barking

You can't expect your dog to be silent all the time, but you can use these best ways to stop dog barking to limit the amount of your time your dog spends yapping.

VIDEO GUIDE: How To Make A Dog Bark

While it may be easier to train the most vocal dog breeds to bark on cue, you can learn how to make a dog bark no matter what breed he is.

5 Best Potty Training Tricks for Dogs

All dogs learn differently, but these best potty training tricks for dogs are sure to make your potty training sessions smoother and more effective.

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
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Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...